2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 905 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
